Wonder how to work catwalk cool into your own closet? Here’s how to translate the trends for real life.

Whether you said goodbye to the bikini eons ago, or are just looking for a fresh new addition to your poolside rotation, it’s time to say hello to the one-piece swimsuit trend.

The style, that offers more coverage that the skimpier two-piece, was hot on runways, and has been a favorite of celebrities, too, as of late – including Beyonce, Kate Moss and Kim Kardashian.

What we love is that the suit can work for all body types and ages, and comes in styles that range from sporty to uber-chic. Just do yourself a favor and pair it with a simple cover-up, flip-flops or flat sandals and a great floppy hat. Adding opera gloves and spiked heels, as shown on the catwalk, probably won’t go over too well at your club’s pool.

A vibrant print made this one-piece pop during the Milly by Michelle Smith spring/summer 2014 Fashion Week show. ( Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)

THE RUNWAY: Milly by Michelle Smith, spring 2014

A colorful painting-inspired one-piece with wide straps and flattering black piping would look fab at the pool. Save the gloves for fall, though, OK?

YOUR WAY:

Fashion-forward: When the world is your runway you want a one-piece with a little something special. Think cutouts, sheer panels and trendy designs that will turn heads – just use extra sunscreen – these styles are bound to leave some extra funky tanlines.

Love a good trend? Opt for a fashion-forward suit with serious style. (Provided by Asos, Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom)

Retro: If you love the look of pinup girls of yore, opt for a retro-inspired one-piece that’s not only flattering to a woman with curves with halter necks and fun prints that can help disguise bumps, but also just a lot of fun.

Slimming: True, a swimsuit is not going to hide every lump, bump and bulge, but new fabrics, smart details and the right prints and patterns can help you look slimmer – and feel more confident – as you run to the beach or take a dive off the board. Think of it as Spanx for the pool.

Shirring, ruching and the right fabrics can whittle your middle. (Provided by Macy’s, Spanx</em)

Wonder how to work catwalk cool into your own closet? Here’s how to translate the trends for real life.

Love it or loathe it, fashion designers are smitten with sheer fabrics. The often recurring trend popped back up last fall, and it’s sticking around for spring, as well. From subtle inserts and see-through sleeves to large panels and entire dresses, tops, pants and skirts made sheer, the look landed on a slew of runways.

But while a runway model can wear a sheer dress over a pair of granny panties with no bra, that probably wouldn’t go over too well at the office. You can, however, work the trend into your wardrobe while keeping your modesty intact. Here are three ways to wear sheer for spring.

Skin was in on the Milly By Michelle Smith spring 2014 runway. ( Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)

THE RUNWAY: Milly by Michelle Smith, spring 2014

A sheer white pencil skirt over vintage-inspired orange briefs, along with a bra top and black gloves might look cool and edgy on the runway, but in the real world it would draw odd stares – even at the beach.

YOUR WAY:

It’s all about layers: Sheer looks light and airy – and not at all scandalous, when it’s worn as a layering piece. We love a printed top over a tank that offers just a hint of see-through, or a cami under a chiffon blouse for a look that works at the office or on the weekend. And, for a great Boho vibe, a sheer cardigan adds style to your basic T-shirt or tanktop.

Pair a sheer blouse or cardigan with a tanktop or cami for a look that’s modest, yet trendy. (Provided by The Limited, Nordstrom, Old Navy)

Give just a peek with panels: When you just want to show a hint of skin, a sheer panel or insert will do the trick. Look for a sheer sleeve, neckline detail or stripe across the bottom of a skirt or dress to be stylish and demure.

A slash of sheer is pretty and sweet. (Provided by Nordstrom, Banana Republic, Asos)

This week’s 90-degree temps have reminded us of three things: We desperately need to book a pedicure; it’s time to invest in self-tanner; and we seriously need some new summer clothes. Here are six fashion and beauty deals to keep you cool.

Milly for Banana Republic: So, no, it’s not on sale yet, but Milly’s new designer collaboration with Banana Republic allows fans of the brand to score pieces for much less than the designer line (think $150 dresses, compared to $600 dresses). While you’re shopping, pick something up for your man for Father’s Day. Banana Republic’s Milly line includes menswear, too.

Garbarini moving sale: Here’s one not to miss. Garbarini, 3003 E. 3rd Ave., is moving at the end of a month to a new Cherry Creek North space, and, for the first time in the store’s history, every single thing in the store is on sale – including new arrivals. Find 20 percent everything, plus an extra 20 percent off sale items.

Kate Spade sale: Add some color to your summer wardrobe with fun, girly clothes and accessories from Kate Spade’s impressive online sale section. We found 50 percent off some items, including adorable dresses. Bonus: Free shipping and returns on most items.

Goldyn 30 percent off sale: New spring sale items at this chic LoHi boutique, 2040 West 30th Ave., include designs from Current Elliott, Mara Hoffman, VPL, Levi’s and more. Oh, and no plans June 14? Head to the store for a free concert by Denver band In the Whale, doors at 8 p.m.

Net-a-Porter clearance: Need proof you don’t need to spend a month’s rent to score amazing designer duds? Head to this stylish site to find deals up to 70 percent off looks from designers like Stella McCartney, Helmut Lang, Jason Wu and more. Hint: Search by price to find the styles in your budget – we’re swooping up $12 J.Crew tanks. http://www.net-a-porter.com/Shop/Sale/Clothing/All?cm_sp=SALE-_-Main-_-Main&pn=1&viewall=off&image_view=product&dScroll=0&sortBy=price-asc

Sephora $15 and under sale: You swap out your clothes depending on the season, and your makeup should be no different. To keep costs down, visit Sephora’s limited-time online sale featuring a slew of products priced at $15 and less. We’re grabbing the Tarte-To-Go bronzing kit, now $10 (originally $19) and Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray, $15. Life – and beauty – is a beach!

Wonder how to work catwalk cool into your own closet? Here’s how to translate the trends for real life.

Traditionally, when you think leather, you think fall: coats, skirts, boots, blazers. But leather for spring? Lighten up: It’s a thing. In fact, lots of designers warmed up to the material for the season, as we saw leather skirts from Just Cavalli and Proenza Schouler, leather dresses from Marni and Reem Acra, leather jackets from Miu Miu and Valentino, leather tops from Balmain and Tibi and leather shorts from Hermes and Fendi. Head-to-toe leather? We saw that, too.

“Ever-present as the very essence of cool, leather can look pitch-perfect or punk gone horribly wrong,” style expert Jacqui Stafford writes in her new book “The Wow Factor: Insider Style Secrets for Every Body and Every Budget.” “Every body shape can embrace leather, as its stiffer structure tricks the eye into creating the illusion of the perfect silhouette.”

THE RUNWAY: Milly by Michelle Smith, spring 2013
A metallic silver snakeskin leather skin looks both space-age and sort of athletic when paired with a black mesh top and — what are those? – shop class safety glasses?

A model walks the runway in a shiny leather skirt at the Milly By Michelle Smith spring 2013 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)

A faux cropped jacket, shirt dress and skirt all look cool in leather. (New York and Company, Susanna Monaco, DKNY)

Rock a leather dress. Whether you opt for a little cocktail number or a vampy version of the sheath (so chic!) a spring leather dress will give a shot of glam to drinks out or a business meeting in. Small-busted? “Use leather’s stiff structure to create more curves than you really have,” Stafford advises, suggesting a corset-like bodice. Straight up and down? Embrace a sheath or fitted vest to show off your waist. Susanna Monaco leather dress, $495, shopbop.com

Skirt the issue. Inverted triangle shapes – where you’re broader up top and narrow through the hips – would look fab in a gentle A-line-shaped leather skirt, Stafford writes, as the silhouette “and the fabric’s sheen draw all eyes to your bottom half and lend welcome balance to a bustier top.”
DKNY leather A-line skirt, $208, neimanmarcus.com

Shorten things up. If you’ve logged a zillion miles on the treadmill, you best be showing off those amazing legs. Leather shorts look cool and of-the-moment for spring, especially when paired with a soft and delicate blouse (think lace or a sheer chiffon). And, best of all? Come fall, just wear them over tights.
Alice + Olivia “Eric” leather shorts, $440, aliceandolivia.com